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Kid Actors Needed for "The Wizard of Oz" Show

Greenwood, MS, United States
ID: 577972Exp: 1/16/2025
Description:

Performers ages 8 and up are invited to audition for "The Wizard of Oz" Show. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Join Dorothy Gale on an unforgettable journey as she is swept away from her Kansas farm by a cyclone and lands in the magical Land of Oz. Lost and desperate to find her way back home, Dorothy embarks on an adventure along the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City, where the great and powerful Wizard of Oz is said to grant wishes. Along the way, she befriends a Scarecrow longing for a brain, a Tin Man yearning for a heart, and a Cowardly Lion in search of courage. Together, they face challenges from the Wicked Witch of the West and discover the true meaning of friendship, bravery, and self-discovery. Additional info: Be ready to sing from the provided audition song list and read the selected scenes from the attached audition packet (printed sides will be provided at the audition). Note for Munchkins: Children aged 8–12 who are no taller than 4 feet are encouraged to audition for these roles. Teens auditioning for principal roles: Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Glinda, Wicked Witch, or Wizard. Choose one song from the audition song list to perform. Be prepared to sing an additional song if requested. Be ready to read selected scenes from this audition packet (printed sides will be provided at the audition). No choreography is required at this stage. Performance Dates: June 5, 2025, at 7 pm June 6, 202,5 at 7 pm June 7, 2025, at 7 pm June 8, 202,5 at 2 pm If interested, please apply.

23 roles

Dorothy GaleFemale15-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Must be able to sing “Over the Rainbow” and convey innocence, curiosity, and bravery.

Zeke - Farmhand / Cowardly LionMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Zeke is timid and kind; the Lion is boisterous and comedic but also insecure. Strong comedic timing is essential.

Hickory - Farmhand / TinmanMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Hickory is caring and inventive; the Tinman is gentle and sentimental. Requires physicality to portray the Tinman’s stiffness.

Hunk - Farmhand / ScarecrowMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Hunk is friendly and easygoing; the Scarecrow is witty and agile. Requires strong physical comedy and flexibility.

Citizens of Munchkinland (Chorus)Both genders8-12 y.o.All ethnicities

Mixed genders, children no taller than 4 feet. Performers should have lots of energy and be comfortable singing and acting.

MayorMale8-12 y.o.All ethnicities

Charismatic, confident, and clear speaker

FiddlerMale8-12 y.o.All ethnicities

Optional musician, can pantomime playing a fiddle if needed.

CoronerMale8-12 y.o.All ethnicities

Solemn and precise delivery, with comedic undertones.

BraggartMale8-12 y.o.All ethnicities

Over-the-top and playful personality.

BarristerMale8-12 y.o.All ethnicities

Poised and serious, with a mock-professional demeanor.

School TeachersBoth genders8-12 y.o.All ethnicities

Enthusiastic and slightly stern

City FathersMale8-12 y.o.All ethnicities

Proud and authoritative in demeanor

TotsBoth genders8-12 y.o.All ethnicities

The youngest of the group, ballerinas

Tough GuysMale8-12 y.o.All ethnicities

Comical in their toughness.

Jitterbug (Lead Dancer)Both genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

CrowsBoth genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Playful, comedic roles.

TreesBoth genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Strong character actors with physicality

PoppiesBoth genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

SnowmenMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Ozians (Chorus)Both genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Vibrant and enthusiastic.

WinkiesMale13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Loyal soldiers; should be able to sing in unison.

Jitterbugs ChorusBoth genders8-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Ghosts (Chorus)Both genders8-18 y.o.All ethnicities